Workshop Foreman / Manager
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for a Workshop Foreman / Manager at Farm Managers SA. The position involves overseeing the daily operations of a workshop, managing staff, and ensuring the maintenance and repair of equipment to minimise downtime and manage costs. **What you will do** * Manage the day-to-day running of the workshop * Supervise and allocate work to workshop staff * Oversee repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance * Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults * Minimise machine downtime * Manage service schedules and maintenance records * Control parts usage and workshop costs * Coordinate breakdown repairs * Report on fleet condition and upcoming maintenance requirements **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Qualified Diesel Mechanic – essential * Minimum 6 years' relevant experience – essential * Strong diesel mechanical, hydraulic and fault-finding skills * Earthmoving/heavy equipment experience preferred * Previous workshop foreman, management or leadership experience preferred * Must be computer literate * Valid driver's licence * Must be able to communicate in English and isiZulu * Strong leadership and staff-management ability * Good planning, organisation and maintenance administration skills **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a Qualified Diesel Mechanic with a minimum of 6 years' relevant experience, demonstrating strong diesel mechanical, hydraulic, and fault-finding skills. Experience with earthmoving/heavy equipment is preferred, as is prior workshop foreman, management, or leadership experience. Applicants must be computer literate, possess a valid driver's licence, and be able to communicate in both English and isiZulu. Strong leadership, staff-management ability, good planning, organisation, and maintenance administration skills are also required. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/workshop-foreman-manager-farm-managers-sa Source: myjobmag
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- At least 6 years of experience.
- Driver's licence
- isiZulu
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